About West Tolgus

West Tolgus is a small village located in Cornwall, England, within the TR15 postcode area. It is situated close to the town of Redruth, making it accessible for those who wish to explore the surrounding areas. The village offers a glimpse into local life, with a few residential homes and a sense of community among its residents. The nearby landscape features typical Cornish scenery, including fields and woodlands. For those interested in exploring further, the region is known for its mining heritage, with several historical sites and trails nearby. West Tolgus serves as a quiet spot for visitors looking to experience a more rural aspect of Cornwall while remaining close to larger towns and attractions.

School Ratings in West Tolgus

West Tolgus is served by 37 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in West Tolgus

Property prices average £242K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £175K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in West Tolgus

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in West Tolgus, with 18 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in West Tolgus

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, West Tolgus falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in West Tolgus

Superfast broadband reaches parts of West Tolgus, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,138 sales

Average Price £242K
£500 — £8.96M
Detached £290K 776
Semi £216K 828
Terraced £175K 1,014
Flat £113K 309

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

25 Primary
3 Secondary
9 Other
Treloweth Children's Centre 0.3 miles Treloweth Community Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Pool Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Illogan School Primary Good 1 miles Redruth School Secondary Good 1 miles Curnow School 1.5 miles Trewirgie Infants' School Primary Good 1.5 miles Trewirgie Junior School Primary Good 1.6 miles Redruth Children's Centre 1.6 miles Pennoweth Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Rosemellin Community Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Roskear Primary & Nursery School Primary 1.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in West Tolgus IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places West Tolgus in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
4/10
6,391 Children (0-15) 19%
21,027 Working Age 61%
9,515 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 39.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 19.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in West Tolgus 189 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in West Tolgus is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

109 Violence & Sexual Offences
18 Other Theft
13 Public Order
12 Criminal Damage & Arson
12 Shoplifting
9 Anti-Social Behaviour
8 Drugs
3 Burglary
3 Other Crime
2 Robbery
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Illogan South Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Camborne Train Station 2.4 miles
Perranwell Train Station 6.4 miles
Penryn (Cornwall) Train Station 8 miles
Lelant Saltings Train Station 8.9 miles
Carbis Bay Train Station 9.3 miles
St Ives (Cornwall) Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Broad Lane 0 yards Tolgus Mount 0.6 miles Park Bottom 0.6 miles Illogan Highway 0.6 miles Pool 0.6 miles Paynter's Lane End 0.6 miles Carn Brea Village 0.9 miles Tolskithy 0.9 miles Sparnon Gate 0.9 miles Plain-an-Gwarry 1.2 miles Redruth 1.2 miles Tolvaddon Downs 1.2 miles

Local Government

District Cornwall
Ward Redruth North
Constituency Camborne and Redruth
Parish Redruth
Region South West

Streets in TR15 30 shown View all streets

A3047 4 Adelaide Road 1 Agar Crescent 2 Agar Road 9 Agar Way 2 Albany Close 1 Albany Court 1 Albany Gardens 2 Albany Lane 2 Albany Road 4 Alma Place 1 Appin Gardens 1 Balkin Way 1 Balmoral Place 1 Balmoral Terrace 1 Barncoose Lane 1 Barncoose Terrace 10 Basset Street 3 Beauchamps Meadow 1 Beckett Close 1 Bellevue 4 Blight's Row 2 Blowinghouse 2 Blowinghouse Hill 2 Bond Street 2 Boscarn Road 1 Boscoppa Close 1 Bosleake Row 1 Bosmeor Court 1 Bosmeor Park 1

Postcodes in TR15 50 shown View all postcodes

TR15 1AA TR15 1AB TR15 1AD TR15 1AE TR15 1AF TR15 1AG TR15 1AH TR15 1AJ TR15 1AL TR15 1AN TR15 1AP TR15 1AQ TR15 1AR TR15 1AS TR15 1AU TR15 1AW TR15 1AX TR15 1AZ TR15 1BA TR15 1BB TR15 1BD TR15 1BE TR15 1BG TR15 1BH TR15 1BJ TR15 1BL TR15 1BN TR15 1BP TR15 1BQ TR15 1BS TR15 1BT TR15 1BU TR15 1BW TR15 1BX TR15 1BY TR15 1BZ TR15 1DA TR15 1DB TR15 1DD TR15 1DE TR15 1DG TR15 1DH TR15 1DJ TR15 1DL TR15 1DN TR15 1DP TR15 1DQ TR15 1DR TR15 1DS TR15 1DT